Analytical Chemist

  • LECO Corporation
  • Saint Joseph, Michigan
  • Full Time
For over 80 years, LECO has been a leader in the development and production of world class laboratory instruments delivering state of the art products nationwide and across the globe. Located in St. Joseph, Michigan, LECO continues to be a family-owned company that understands the value of shared interests, long-term stability, loyalty, and trust.

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**Schedule:**

Full Time: 8:00am -- 5:00pm, Monday -- Friday

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**Position Summary: **

Analytical chemist performing analysis on a wide variety of samples using LECO instrumentation. Chemist will also provide support to existing customers as well as to the LECO sales team working with new and prospective customers.

**Position Responsibilities: **

*The responsibilities and authority of this position may vary, as functions are delegated by the Laboratory Direction. The specific duties include:*

- Log, print, and file sales and customer service reports as required

- Review reports for compliance with department requirements

- Data entry and effective input to the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)

- Follow company procedures; recommend solutions to quality problems through supervisor

- Operate, calibrate, and maintain a variety of analytical instruments as needed

- Develop and write Application Notes for LECO instruments

- Compile and review analytical data

- Develop analytical procedures and documents

- Prepare detailed sample analysis reports

- Perform quality control analysis as needed

- Analyze a variety of sample materials for various elements following the procedures outlined in the department manual as required

- Present scientific work to a broad audience in a variety of formats including webinars and scientific conferences/meetings

- Assist customers with application related questions and basic troubleshooting

- Evaluate new LECO products and provide feedback to Research & Development

- Maintain a laboratory notebook

- Provide hands on training to new employees and the LECO sales team

**Position Requirements: **

- Ability to work with a variety of software programs including MS Office, LECO Instrumentation software and the LIMS system

- Willingness to work in a team environment and multitask various job responsibilities

- Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills

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**Education/Certifications: **

- Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry

**EOE M/F/VET/Disability**
Job ID: 485279828
Originally Posted on: 7/15/2025

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